Atletico Madrid have confirmed the termination of Diego Costa's contract.
Goal reported at the start of the week that Costa had informed Atletico officials of his desire to leave the club six months before the expiration of his contract.
The 32-year-old cited personal reasons for wanting to leave Wanda Metropolitano after being excused from training, having also made it clear that he had no intention of signing an extension.
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The current Liga leaders have granted the forward's wish ahead of the January transfer window, with the 32-year-old now officially a free agent.